The VF1 Show with VF & Vincenzo

Join VF and Vincenzo as they delve into the high-stakes gambling of F1's Las Vegas repaving project, unravel the rumors of the billion-dollar entry fee in the upcoming Concorde Agreement, and explore the intriguing geopolitical implications behind the Liberty-South Africa GP decision. Buckle up, it's a wild ride through the fast and furious world of Formula 1! If you like this podcast, don...

On today’s episode, we unpack viewership numbers from the Monaco GP, the Indy 500, and the Coca-Cola 600, and talk about why some people think F1 could be influencing a level of “elitism” on American series. We also talk about the impact F1 is having on commercial sales for Aston Martin, why we hate the cost cap (again), F1’s new venture in promoting the sport to kids, and more!

Joining Vincenzo on the show today is motorsport tech expert, Molly Oxner. Molly is well-versed in so many motorsport series that it's hard to stick to one talking point. So we talked about the whole weekend coming up: Monaco Grand Prix, Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR's Coke 600.

On this episode, we talk about the cancellation of Imola and why it was the right call. We go into Sebastian Vettel’s new venture with P1 synthetic fuels and discuss how it could be integrated into F1. And on the business side of things, we talk about Liberty Media’s Q1 earnings report and Andrea Stella’s recent comments about how F1’s regulatory frameworks are hurting the sport. 

On this episode of The VF1 Show, we talk about F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali’s recent comments on sprint races and how they could impact the cost cap. We dive into the autopsy of the Miami Grand Prix and discuss several key takeaways including why Miami will be in direct competition with Las Vegas. And we end the episode by talking about how F1 Arcade could help in the American expansion. 

On today’s episode, we dive into Vincenzo’s weekend at Talladega and compare the experience with Formula One. We also talk about some of the new F1 updates, and could Charles Leclerc go to Mercedes? 

On today’s episode, we discuss Toto Wolff’s achievement of being named a billionaire by Forbes. We also talk about F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali’s recent comments about a 25-race schedule and how an expanded calendar could inevitably hurt the on-track product. And we close it out by talking about Saudi Arabia’s “Saudi Vision 2023” initiative, and how the Kingdom hopes to land a second race through the...

In this episode, we unpack the highs and lows of the Australian Grand Prix, and talk about why the FIA continues to be Formula One's worst enemy when it comes to race protocols.

On today’s episode, we discuss the Australian GP. Damon Hill’s observation that with Adrian Newey’s contract expiring soon with Red Bull, why Newey’s Mercedes’ clipboard shot in Bahrain is something to pay attention to. And Otmar versus the grid? How competition cuts into penalty points, too. And we round out the show by talking about AlphaTauri and how its recent rebranding comments continue to s...

In this episode, we talk about the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and the issues around Fernando Alonso's controversial 100th Formula One podium, as well as our take on what makes the Jeddah Corniche Circuit elite. We talk about the season finale in Abu Dhabi and Formula One's partnership with MSC Cruises to bring fans an experience like no other, and taking about how other promoters and tracks...

On this episode of The VF1 Show, we recap the Saudi Arabian GP from 2022 and outline why the Aramco facility was hit by Iran-backed Houthi rebels and how Formula One is involved (and always will be as long as they’re powered by combustion engines). We discuss how the wind tunnel works and talk about Helmut Marko’s comments on how Red Bull cost-cap penalty could impact the season further down the l...

On this episode of The VF1 Show, we discuss the brand new multi-year broadcast rights deal between ESPN and Mercedes Benz. We also explain the amended “Show and Tell” procedure, and hash out whether the cost cap is hurting or helping Formula One. According to Alpine team principal, Otmar Szafnaur, there’s a major loophole that could render it useless. We also talk about how content creators contin...

On today’s episode of The VF1 Show with VF Castro and Vincenzo Landino, we discuss a few ‘Drive to Survive’ narratives, including fan-favorite, Guenther Steiner. We dive into whether the FIA banning countries from participating invalidates the “World Championship” aspect and if the FIA needs to adopt an Olympics-style “refugee” flag for drivers who are collateral damage of war. We talk about ESPN'...

On this episode, we talk about Christian Horner’s recent comments on politics in F1 and explain how politics actually drives the sport and why fans and the FIA needs to accept this. Preseason testing in Bahrain is underway so we discuss things to watch and pay attention to for new fans of the sport—especially if you’re tuning in after it concludes on Saturday. We touch on nepotism in Formula One a...

On this episode of The VF1 Show with VF Castro and Vincenzo Landino, we discuss our thoughts and rank the 2023 cars and liveries and discuss how reveals are more for sponsors and marketing than about the actual cars. We then go into whether Stefano Domenicali is gatekeeping teams from entering and why that strategy could backfire—especially in the ever-growing American market. And to top it off, w...

In this episode, we reintroduce former guest, Vincenzo Landino, as the new co-host of The VF1 Show. With an impressive background in marketing and business, Vincenzo brings a complementary perspective to VF's background in politics and government. Through his brand partnerships and newsletter, he's been able to capture the audiences (and business) of F1 sponsors, and in this episode, Vincenzo prov...

Brazil is a special place where the Silver Arrows come alive, and with a 1-2 result and George Russell's first Grand Prix win, this year was no different. Unfortunately for Red Bull, it was a chaotic afternoon they're trying to move on from, but it's only leaving fans with more questions. In this episode, I unpack the controversial incidents and discuss what Sergio Perez' mindset could be moving f...

Marketing and business aficionado (and Ferrari fan) Vincenzo Landino is on the show to talk about everything from the marketing and growth controversy in Formula One right now, as well as what he thinks Formula One should do to maintain that upward trajectory, while remaining fan-friendly.

On this week’s episode, we’re joined by aeronautical engineering student, Chloe Smith, to discuss her path to racing. We talk about the Japanese Grand Prix, F1’s scheduling issues through the lens of those within the sport, and a whole lot more.

In this short pilot episode, you'll get to know the host, her background, and how she's planning on using her expertise in government and journalism to impact the Formula One space.